Valuation check: AU's profit margin is 26.43%, above the Materials sector average of 16.45%.
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AngloGold Ashanti Plc. (AU) currently reports a profit margin of 26.43% as of May 2026. That compares with 17.33% in the prior-year period — up 52.5% year over year. That is above the Materials sector average of 16.45%. Use the charts on this page to explore AngloGold Ashanti Plc.'s profit margin history and peer comparisons.
AngloGold Ashanti Plc.'s profit margin increased from 17.33% to 26.43% — a 52.5% year-over-year increase (period ending May 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
AngloGold Ashanti Plc.'s profit margin of 26.43% is higher than the Materials sector average of 16.45%. That is roughly 60.7% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but AngloGold Ashanti Plc.'s current 26.43% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 16.45%) and against AU's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.
Start with the current profit margin of 26.43%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 16.45%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for AngloGold Ashanti Plc., and consider following AU for alerts when major investors trade the stock.